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Valve complement: Two ECC83s (12AX7s) in the pre-amp and a pair of EL84 power valves working
in push-pull. All valves are of the highest quality available and go through a meticulous grading and testing
process.
The way the two ECC83s (V1 & V2) in the pre-amp are utilised is as follows:
V1 acts as the pre-amp gain stage for the Lead and Bass channels. As both channels pre-amps have a
single gain stage, each half of the valve (the ECC83 being a dual-triode) acts as a dedicated gain stage for
each. V2 acts as the amplifiers phase-splitter. Due to the fact that the pair of EL84 output valves attain
extremely high temperatures when the amplifier is in use, their valve bases are made from the highestgrade ceramic available.
Tone Circuit: In typical Marshall fashion, the tone network of both channels is post gain and passive.
The tone circuit in the lead channel involves a blend of high frequency pre-emphasis and passive high
frequency cut the mix of which is dependant upon the setting of the Tone control on the channel being
used. As one would expect, the bass channel is much darker sounding and is voiced for a tighter low-end.
Components: With the obvious exception of the valves, all components used were sourced from
European and American manufacturers.
Tag Board: This is exactly the same as the original in terms of surface dimension, thickness and
custom-drilled component holes loaded with avlugs. The material used is EM42. The reason we didnt use a
board with the exact same chemical composition as in the original units is because that material doesnt
pass current safety legislation regarding flammability.
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Introduction
MAINS
TRANSFORMER
OUTPUT
TRANSFORMER
EL84 POWER
VALVES
Front Panel: Gold, brushed anodised aluminium exactly as the originals we used as references.
Specific details pertaining to the front panel features of the 2061X can be found on page 4 of this manual.
ECC83 VALVES
Note: While a few early 2061s boasted Plexiglas front panels, gold, brushed anodised aluminium panels
were more commonplace on this model as we stopped using Plexiglas for front panels in mid 1969.
Cabinet Construction: High-grade, flawless (knot-free) Baltic birch ply with fingerlocked (a.k.a.
comb) joints for maximum strength. The main cabinet frame (both sides, top and bottom) and the front baffle
are constructed from 12mm ply while the back of the cabinet is 9mm ply. All edges have a 22mm radius.
Cabinet Cosmetics: The black Levant, beading, piping and small 6" gold logo are exactly as the
original.
Impedance Switch: A feature that wasnt present on the original but, in conjunction with the two
Speaker Output Jacks, obviously adds to the units flexibility when it comes to pairing it up with extension
speaker cabinet options.
H.T. and Mains Fuses: In the original these two fuses were located within the chassis itself, making
it extremely time consuming and cumbersome to access should one blow. Making both fuses easily
accessible via the rear panel is another obvious improvement were sure youll agree.
Mains Cord: The original was hardwired to the unit. For serviceability and sheer practicality, the mains
chord on the re-issue is detachable.
Transformers: By the time the 2061 was designed and manufactured, Jim had struck up his now wellknown relationship with transformer manufacturers, Dagnall and Drake. As a result, both the power and
mains transformers used in the original 2061 were supplied by Dagnall.
As you probably know, the output and mains transformers are vital components in an amplifier as they
influence performance, sound and feel. Consequently, we worked extremely closely with our associates in
Dagnalls R&D department in order to duplicate the original transformers in all areas in the re-issue units. To
do this, we spent a great deal of time and attention studying and analysing the constructional methods and
materials (e.g.: lamination grade, insulation, coil spacing, etc.) used in both transformers so we could match
everything as closely as possible, and also ensure that the all-important electrical characteristics and
performance were identical. With Dagnalls expert help and dedication, weve done exactly that.
Output Transformer: The original 2061 didnt have an impedance selector of any shape or form,
instead the two speaker output jacks were hardwired directly to the 8 Ohm tap on the transformer thus
making it possible to use a single 8 Ohm cabinet or two 16 Ohm cabinets in parallel. To make the re-issue
more user-friendly in terms of cabinet compatibility, we have added an impedance selector* to the rear
panel, with three options 4, 8 or 16 Ohms. This addition offers the user maximum flexibility when it comes
to extension cabinet options.
*Important Note: Adding the impedance selector has no effect on the tonal authenticity of the 2061X
re-issue, it merely adds to its potential flexibility.
Technical Specification
Mains (Power) Transformer: In order to satisfy strict current-day safety legislation, the custom-
Power Output
Weight
Size
manufactured Dagnall re-issue transformer were using is physically a little larger than the one used in the
original but, as with the output transformer, we went to great lengths to ensure that its performance mirrors
that of the original. We paid particular attention to exactly replicating an effect called regulation which is
the way that the voltage from the transformer that feeds the valve circuitry varies according to load.
Chassis: As in the original, were using a box-section chassis made from 16 gauge mild-steel, with buttwelded corner joints. The steel is also yellow passivated an electroplating process that deposits a coating
of zinc onto the steel to provide lifelong resistance to corrosion.
20W RMS
9.6kg
508mm x 227mm x 210mm
EUROPE ONLY
- Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
requirements of the EMC Directive (Environments E1, E2 and E3 EN 55103-1/2) and the Low Voltage
Directive in the E.U.
EUROPE ONLY - Note: The Peak Inrush current for the 2061X is 11 amps.
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Rear Panel: Again gold, brushed anodised aluminium exactly as the originals we used as references.
Specific details pertaining to the rear panel features of the 2061X can be found on page 5 of this manual.
1. POWER SWITCH
7. VOLUME CONTROL
1. LOUDSPEAKER OUTPUTS
3. H.T. FUSE
2. INDICATOR
This 6.3 Volt incandescent filament indicator will
light up when your amplifier is switched on. It will
not be lit when the amplifier is switched off and/or
is not receiving mains power.
LEAD CHANNEL
3. TONE CONTROL
This adjusts the tonal character of the Lead
Channel. Turning this control clockwise increases
the amount of high frequencies (treble) in the
sound.
4. VOLUME CONTROL
The most common way of doing this is to plug your
guitar into the top (high sensitivity) input of one of
the two channels and then run a short jumper
guitar cable (i.e. a screened cable) from that
channels bottom (low sensitivity) input to one of
the other channels two inputs.
BASS CHANNEL
4. MAINS INPUT
WARNING! Never use the head without a load
attached!
5. MAINS FUSE
As is the case with any Marshall all-valve amplifier
it is imperative that: a) the amplifier is connected to
a load whilst in operation and b) the impedance
selected on the amplifier matches the total
impedance of the extension speaker cabinets being
used.
6. TONE CONTROL
This adjusts the tonal character of the Bass
Channel. Turning this control clockwise increases
the amount of high frequencies (treble) in the
sound.
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